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Don't like endless digging and weeding? Don't let that stop you from getting into gardening! The simple and achievable gardening projects in this book are perfect for parents and young children to do together. All are based on Charles Dowding's trademark no-dig technique, which perfectly lends itself to gardening with little ones who can't manage heavy digging and who will quickly grow bored of endless weeding.Projects are broken down into easy, step-by-step processes, designed to be carried out by children. Attractive, full-bleed photography is supplemented with fun illustration and fully illustrated factual spreads. Running throughout the gardening projects are extra little facts about plants and wildlife, as well as things to look out for when you are outdoors.

Now available as a padded board book with a soft padded front cover! Love knows no bounds in this tender tribute to the depths of family love. For fans of Guess How Much I Love You—only funnier! Makes a good baby shower or Valentine's Day gift.This board book extends the saying “I’ll love you till the cows come home” to the humorous extreme. Along the way, there are yaks in Cadillacs, sheep setting sail, frogs on big-wheeled bikes, and more, in this great read-aloud.I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home is filled with warm, funny art and rhythmic, romping text, perfect for curling up with your little one at the end of the day...or anytime you want to express your love.I will love you till the cows come home from a trip to Mars through skies unknown, in a rocket ship made of glass and stone… I will love you till the cows come home.This padded board book edition features a soft padded front cover that little hands will find easy to grip and hold!Don’t miss these other books in the series:·      I’ll Love You Till the Crocodiles Smile·      I’ll Love You Till the Bats Say Boo

From the team that brought you I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home comes another funny and sweet lyrical lullaby, celebrating boundless family love. I’ll Love You Till the Crocodiles Smile is a cozy bedtime read-aloud picture book guaranteed to have both you and your little one smiling.Tender and gently humorous, this story of unconditional love will become a household favorite to be read over and over.I will love you till forever and forever and more, till my love shakes the jungle with a lion-size ROAR, as night blankets the forest near a soothing waterfall and the chimpanzees sleep in trees, two hundred feet tall….I’ll Love You Till the Crocodiles Smile is perfect for giving, whether it be for a baby shower, birthday, or Valentine’s Day. The story stands beautifully on its own or can be paired with its companion story, I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home, which ALA Booklist described as a bedtime read-aloud that is “both hilarious and comforting."Don’t miss these other books in the series:·      I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home·      I’ll Love You Till the Bats Say Boo

From the team that brought you I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home comes another funny and sweet lyrical lullaby, celebrating boundless family love. I’ll Love You Till the Crocodiles Smile is a cozy bedtime read-aloud picture book guaranteed to have both you and your little one smiling.Tender and gently humorous, this story of unconditional love will become a household favorite to be read over and over.I will love you till forever and forever and more, till my love shakes the jungle with a lion-size ROAR, as night blankets the forest near a soothing waterfall and the chimpanzees sleep in trees, two hundred feet tall….I’ll Love You Till the Crocodiles Smile is perfect for giving, whether it be for a baby shower, birthday, or Valentine’s Day. The story stands beautifully on its own or can be paired with its companion story, I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home, which ALA Booklist described as a bedtime read-aloud that is “both hilarious and comforting."Don’t miss these other books in the series:·      I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home·      I’ll Love You Till the Bats Say Boo

Let’s go back to school with a board book extension of I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home.SCHOOL IS IN SESSION... but where are the sloths?Are these nocturnal sloths late for their lessons or right on time for their own school adventure? This delightfully quirky lullaby is the perfect read-aloud to reassure little ones and remind them just how much they are loved, even when they are away at school.Brimming with gentle humor and a message of inclusivity and reassurance sure to ease any first day of preschool jitters, this is a sturdy board book just right for little hands and a must-have for fans of the I’ll Love You Till companion volumes. And, yes, the cows are there, too, welcoming the sloths and other night school students at the end of the book with the trademark tenderness that will invite many bedtime read-alouds!ALA Booklist described I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home as a bedtime read-aloud that is “both hilarious and comforting," and the same can be said for I’ll Love You Till the Sloths Start School.

From the team behind the bestselling I’ll Love You Till series comes a sturdy board book just right for little hands and their first Halloween—a must-have for fans of the series.And after trick-or-treating’s done, I’ll love you past the setting sun, up to the moon so high above, as starlight twinkles out my love…A perfect combo of boundless love and "toddler’s first Halloween," this sweetly funny board book from Kathryn Cristaldi and Kristyna Litten is sure to become a household favorite to be read over and over. Look out for a cameo from our favorite Cows!I’ll Love You Till the Bats Say Boo is perfect for giving, whether it be for a baby shower, birthday, or Halloween. The story stands beautifully on its own or can be paired with its companion stories, I’ll Love You Till the Crocodile Smiles and I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home, which ALA Booklist described as a bedtime read-aloud that is “both hilarious and comforting."Don’t miss these other books in the series:·      I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home·      I’ll Love You Till the Crocodiles Smile

A sweet and funny sequel to the bestselling picture book, I’ll Love You Till The Cows Come Home. I will love you till the end of time till the cows jump over the moon that shines... Love stretches to the stars and beyond in this whimsical celebration of family love. For fans of I’ll Love You Till The Cows Come Home, this sequel takes the saying “I’ll love you till the end of time” to new heights. Along the way, you’ll meet rats running bustling cities, pigs pedaling through the countryside, and dogs handing out ice cream cones, before finally coming home to cows running through the moonlight.With its rhythmic text and warm, funny illustrations, I’ll Love You Till More Cows Come Home is the perfect companion for snuggling up with your little loved ones at the end of the day or anytime you want to express just how much you love them.

This beautiful wordless book takes the reader through spring, summer, autumn and winter in one garden. The weather and the wildlife change with the seasons, introducing children to the life cycles of plants and animals. Each double-page spread presents stunning illustrations along with photographs. Oxford Reading Tree inFact is a compelling non-fiction series that aims to engage children in reading for pleasure as powerfully as fiction does. The series includes 36 titles which are all phonically decodable, with some high-interest topic words to develop vocabulary and impart knowledge. The imaginative approach and variety of intriguing topics mean there are books to interest every child. The books are carefully levelled, making it easy to match every reader to the right book.

The circus is putting on a show. Find out about all the performers.Using the world's largest known database of writing for and by children, our experts have defined 300 ambitious words to help children succeed at school. We've combined these with fully-decodable books that help you match your phonics teaching and practice, while inspiring and engaging your young readers. Specially developed to enhance children's vocabulary alongside their decoding skills, these books are perfect for sharing.

Remember Rome for ever with this exquisite cut-paper souvenir.Presented in a beautiful slipcase, this stunning memento features twelve of Rome’s most famous sites such as the Colosseum, Roman and Imperial Forums, St Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Spanish Steps, Castle Sant Angelo, Piazza Navona, Vittorio Emanuele II Monument, Capitole Museum and Villa Borghese Gallery. Stylishly illustrated and folding out to a length of 150 cm, this is a perfect souvenir for anyone visiting Italy’s capital city.

amp quot The pride primer. amp quot  -The New YorkerAn excellent tool for teaching respect, acceptance, and understanding of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people.This day in June amp hellip . Parade starts soon amp hellip .  Rainbow arches amp hellip . Joyful marches!In a wildly whimsical, validating, and exuberant reflection of the LGBTQ+ community, This Day In June welcomes readers to experience a pride celebration and share in a day when we are all united. Also included is a Note to Parents and Other Caregivers with information on how to talk to children about sexual orientation and gender identity in age-appropriate ways as well as a Reading Guide chock-full of facts about LGBTQ+ history and culture.A Top Ten Title, American Library Association Rainbow ListWinner,  Notable Books for a Global Society AwardsNamed one of the most important books of the last decade by The Advocate's amp quot 4 Under 4 amp quot listTop Most Challenged Books by American Library Association Winner, Stonewall Book Award-Mike Morgan and Larry Romans Children's amp amp Young Adult Literature Award

Bon Voyage! Gracie LaRoo and the Water Sprites are going on a cruise! The director is Gracie''s friend, and he has asked Gracie and her team to perform. But everything starts falling apart. No one is coming to their shows, except pesky piglets who like throwing things at them. Gracie fears she''s let her team and her friend down, until she comes up with the perfect solution and saves the day!

Gracie LaRoo is famous, especially to her alma mater! But when they ask her to come to speak to the students, Gracie is more than a little nervous. Sure enough, the minute she arrives, she encounters the tough headteacher that used to be hard on her back in her schooldays and then a coach who thinks synchronized swimming is a joke. The worst, though, is finding out she has to speak in front of an entire auditorium of unruly piglets. Will Gracie be able to keep her cool, remember she''s a star and make it through the day?

Piggywood! Gracie LaRoo had long been starstruck with the town where glamorous film stars worked on thrilling films. But now it''s her turn, a famous director asks Gracie to be a part of her next film. Gracie is thrilled! That is, until she gets there. Her part is not at all what she thought it would be and she can''t seem to find her voice to speak up. Plus, her idol, Tilda Swinetune, is unhappy with the way the film is going, too. But Gracie works out a way to save the day and in the process finds her voice.

Gracie LaRoo is the youngest pig to make it to the Pig Jubilee in synchronized swimming. As the star of her team, the Water Sprites, the pressure is on! But Gracie can''t seem to concentrate and land her signature move, the one sure to lead them to victory. Gracie has to find a way to get her concentration back, find her confidence and land the move to bring home the gold medal and to make her team proud.

A new synchronized swimming season is about to start, and Gracie LaRoo can''t wait! But when she arrives at training camp, none of the other Water Sprites seem very interested on training. Where is the focus? Where is the teamwork? Where is the fun? Gracie doesn''t know, but she''s determined to pull her team together.

Struggles, meet snuggles. This little animal-filled board book celebrates the power of snuggles and empathy to smooth out a rough day. Some days, things just don't go your way-you spill your milk, you break your favorite toy, your little brother looks at you cross-eyed. One of the best ways to cope is to remember that you're loved, no matter what. The relatable struggles of the adorably pitiful animals in The Snuggle Is Real are no match for a hug or snuggle from someone they trust. Share this irresistibly sweet board book with a special kid in your life, and show them that while the struggles in our days are very real, so is the power of love and affection to make those troubles fade.

A bear's curious discovery leads to crafty inventions in this story-time romp filled with whimsical wordplay and themes of friendship, imagination, and STEAM. Under the light of a silvery moon, an inquisitive bear ventures into People Town, where he makes quite the curious discovery. What is this? A springy thing—a bouncy thing—a sit-on-it, jump-on-it thing!This Thingity-Jig is way too heavy to bring back to the woods by himself, however, so Bear runs home to tell his friends. But nobody wants to get out of bed to help! So Bear invents a Rolly-Rumpity to wheel the Thingity-Jig home, and then it all gets stuck in the mud. How will Bear tackle this bump in the road? With a Lifty-Uppity, of course! Reading specialist and former educator Kathy Doherty blends upcycling and STEAM in this delightful story of trial and error that teems with delightful wordplay—a true winner for any story time! Illustrator Kristyna Litten depicts a charming world between forest and city with detailed imaginative art and characters. A CCBC Choice

Mouse is having a wonderful day: she’s foraged four plump apples for her tea, the most she’s ever found! But here comes Bear, and he’s feeling especially greedy and mean. He wants every apple for himself. Mouse might have to think up a clever trick to teach Bear a lesson…

I will love you till the cows come home from a trip to Mars through skies unknown, in a rocket ship made of glass and stone… I will love you till the cows come home.Love knows no bounds in this tender tribute to the depths of family love. For fans of Guess How Much I Love You, in this great adventure bedtime story there are yaks in cadillacs, sheep setting sail, frogs on big-wheeled bikes and more...I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home is filled with warm, funny art and rhythmic text, perfect for curling up with your little one at the end of the day... and a very special Valentine's day gift for the one you love.

In this first volume of the popular full-colour chapter book series, meet Ivy and her grandpa Bearlock Holmes - two super-sleuths with a knack for solving the trickiest cases.When a prize-winning flower mysteriously disappears from Bearona's famous botanical gardens, Ivy and Bearlock are called in to investigate.As clues begin to emerge, readers are invited to join the detectives in unravelling the mystery through 15 interactive puzzles woven into the story. From spotting patterns and following trails to testing theories, each challenge helps move the case forward while keeping young readers fully engaged.Packed with charming illustrations and a warm cast of characters, The Case of the Missing Flower blends cosy mystery with science and nature in an accessible, full-colour chapter-book format.Perfect for curious early readers who love puzzles, problem-solving, and playing detective, this delightful first adventure launches the Ivy and Bearlock Holmes series.Ivy and Bearlock Holmes Series: Ivy and Bearlock Holmes: The Case of the Missing FlowerIvy and Bearlock Holmes: The Mystery of the Dinosaur FossilIvy and Bearlock Holmes: The Secret of the Wild Weather

In this second volume of the popular full-colour chapter book series, Ivy and her grandpa Bearlock Holmes return - two super-sleuths with a knack for solving the trickiest cases.When a dinosaur fossil mysteriously vanishes from Bearona's remote Jurassic Ridge, Ivy and Bearlock are called in to investigate. What first appears to be a simple disappearance soon turns into a puzzling case filled with surprising clues and unexpected twists.As the mystery unfolds, readers are invited to join the detectives in cracking the case through 15 interactive puzzles woven into the story. From spotting patterns and following trails to testing theories and weighing evidence, each challenge helps move the investigation forward while keeping young readers fully engaged.Packed with charming illustrations and a warm cast of characters, The Mystery of the Dinosaur Fossil blends cosy mystery with science and the natural world in an accessible, full-colour chapter-book format.Perfect for curious early readers who love puzzles, problem-solving, and playing detective, this second adventure builds on the Ivy and Bearlock Holmes series with a hands-on mystery inspired by fossils, discovery, and scientific thinking.Ivy and Bearlock Holmes Series:Ivy and Bearlock Holmes: The Case of the Missing FlowerIvy and Bearlock Holmes: The Mystery of the Dinosaur Fossil Ivy and Bearlock Holmes: The Secret of the Wild Weather"5+ readers with an interest in detective stories and nature will enjoy helping Ivy and her grandpa solve the case in this absorbing, beautifully designed puzzle book." - Guardian